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Craven Arms to Chester Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Craven Arms to Chester, starting from €7.33 and averaging €7.33. The entire journey takes no more than 1 hour 21 minutes. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
00:40 1 hour 33 minutes, Direct Craven Arms	02:13 Chester	Find Tickets
06:19 2 hours 2 minutes, Changes required Craven Arms	08:21 Chester	Find Tickets
07:25 2 hours, Changes required Craven Arms	09:25 Chester	Find Tickets
08:25 1 hour 41 minutes, Changes required Craven Arms	10:06 Chester	Find Tickets
08:56 1 hour 25 minutes, Direct Craven Arms	10:21 Chester	Find Tickets
09:29 1 hour 36 minutes, Changes required Craven Arms	11:05 Paris	Find Tickets

Craven Arms to Chester Train Route Details

First train

00:40

Last train

23:12

Departure station

Craven Arms

Arrival station

Chester

Journey time

1 hour 21 minutes

Distance

84 km

Price

€7.33*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Craven Arms to Chester

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Craven Arms to Chester during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Craven Arms to Chester, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Craven Arms to Chester ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Craven Arms to Chester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Craven Arms to Chester train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Craven Arms to Chester Train prices and times

Craven Arms to Chester Train Route Details